§ 2.02. Rules.

In the construction of this ordinance, the rules contained in this article shall be observed and applied, except when the context clearly indicates otherwise.

A.

Words used in the present tense shall include the future; and words used in the singular number shall include the plural number, and the plural, the singular.

B.

The words "shall" and "will" are mandatory and not discretionary.

C.

The word "may" is permissive.

D.

The word "lot" shall include the words "plot," "piece," "parcel," and "tract."

E.

Unless otherwise specified, all distances shall be measured horizontally.

F.

Whenever a word or term defined hereinafter appears in the text of this ordinance, its meaning shall be construed as set forth in the definition thereof.

G.

The masculine gender shall include the feminine and neuter.

H.

All measured distances shall be expressed in feet and shall be calculated to the nearest tenth (0.1) of a foot.

I.

The word "person" shall include the words "association," "corporation," "estate," "governmental agency," "individual," "joint venture," "partnership," "venture," or any other legal entity.

J.

The word "building" shall include the word "structure."

K.

The phrase "used for" shall include the phrases "arranged for," "designed for," "intended for," "maintained for," and "occupied for."